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Wedding Fish and Chip Van for Fickleshole events
Bring the chip shop to your wedding in Fickleshole. We park up, heat the fryers and cook to order, so nothing sits waiting in a tray.
- Relaxed, informal receptions
- Vow renewal parties
- Engagement parties
Planning an event in Fickleshole?
Common questions in Fickleshole
Is Fickleshole close to London?
Roughly 13 miles from the centre of London.
Can you serve after a service at Church of St Leonard?
Yes, at a nearby hall, home or venue with somewhere for the van. Churches rarely have space for a catering van, so the food is normally elsewhere. Tell us where you’ll gather.
Can you go on a lawn or field?
It depends on the ground. Tell us about it when you enquire, and send a photo if you can.
Can the van be part of the photos?
Many couples love having it in the photos. If not, ask your venue to park it out of the main photo spots.
What do we need to supply?
Tell us what’s available at the site when you enquire, and we’ll say what we need.
How much does a fish and chip van for your wedding cost in Fickleshole?
We quote for each booking, based on your numbers and timings. Tell us your date and rough numbers and we will reply with a price.
How long are you on site?
We get there in good time to set up. Timings are agreed in advance so food is ready when you want it.
What do you bring?
We bring the van and everything we need to cook. You provide a suitable spot and permission to park.
Wedding fish and chip van in Fickleshole, cooked to order
The smell of fish and chips drifting across the reception does the inviting. The queue becomes a place to catch up. Popular choices include haddock and chips, cod and chips and mushy peas, and typical bookings are for day-after gatherings and pre-wedding get-togethers.
Rural weddings around Fickleshole have a magic of their own, and fish and chips at dusk adds to it. Plan a firm back-up spot if the field is wet. Let us know about allergies and dietary needs in advance, and we will tell you honestly what we can offer before booking.
What the van needs
Most drives, car parks, yards and firm lawns can take the van, but there are a few things to check:
- Flat, firm ground for the van
- A route in without tight gates or low branches
- A clear area by the serving hatch
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we will advise before you book.
On the menu in Fickleshole
- Mushy peas
- Evening fish and chips
- Cod and chips
- Haddock and chips
- Sausage and chips
- Curry sauce
A chip van compared with other options
Late-night snacks from the venue can be small. Fish and chips fills people up. There is no one-size-fits-all price for a fish and chip van. A short service and a long afternoon’s trading are very different bookings. Your quote spells it all out.
Why us?
- Something for guests to gather round
- All the chip-shop extras
- Quick service from the hatch
- Rain does not stop the fryers
See our pricing or the cost guide.
Planning for dietary needs
A little planning helps everyone eat safely. Here are a few tips:
- Arrange an alternative for anyone who cannot eat from the van
- Have bins ready for paper and trays
- Include the band, photographer and venue staff
- Tell us about coeliac guests specifically
We arrive during the reception and set up quietly, so the fryers are hot when you’re ready.
Ask your band or DJ to tell guests the van is open.
Weddings in Fickleshole: venues, ceremonies and travel
Fickleshole is about 5 miles north-east of Caterham, in Surrey. From the centre of Fickleshole to the outskirts, we offer the same service: fresh frying, hot food from the hatch and a clear price. We serve 395 places in Surrey. Our nearest city page is London, about 13 miles away.
Nearby historic houses include Down House (2.6 miles east) and Addington Palace (2.6 miles north-west). Grand venues like these generally set rules for outside caterers, so ask before booking. Marrying at Church of St Leonard? A reception at a garden, barn or hall close by gives the van somewhere to park for the evening.
For weddings in CR6, we just need to know where the van can park and a serving time. Whether your wedding is on Featherbed Lane and Fairchildes Lane or a nearby road, we can park up and fry there. If your venue is just outside Fickleshole, we also cover Farleigh (1 mile west), New Addington (1 mile north), Chelsham (1 mile south-west), Leaves Green (2 miles north-east) and Forestdale (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Epsom (11 miles west), Horley (12 miles south-west), Redhill (9 miles south-west), Ewell (11 miles west), Reigate (10 miles south-west) and Caterham (5 miles south-west).
A little further out are Warlingham Park Hospital (1.2 miles south-west). Open spaces near Fickleshole include Nore Hill and Hutchinson's Bank.
- Schools near Fickleshole include Meridian High School (0.5 miles north-east)
- Local pubs include The White Bear pub (within half a mile south)
How it works
There’s very little for you to do on the day: show us the spot, tell us when to start, and enjoy your wedding. We handle the cooking and serving. Winter weddings in Fickleshole are dark by about 3:55pm, so plan a lit path from the party to the van, while a June wedding has light until about 9:20pm.
- You share your date, numbers and address.
- We check the route in and send a price.
- We arrive in good time to set up.
- Everything is fried to order as the queue moves.
- We serve hot from the hatch and pack up when we are done.
Preparing for the day
- Confirm numbers and dietary needs before the day
- Arrange somewhere dry for the queue
- Keep space clear for guests at the hatch
Getting a price
To get a price, use our quote form. Give us the details of your wedding, and we’ll come back with availability and a quote.
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Working with your venue
For repeat bookings, such as regular staff lunches or annual fairs, let us know your dates early, so we can hold the date.
Having the party at home? Send a photo of where the van would park, and we’ll let you know if the van will fit.
Prices and what affects them
There are no hidden charges: the price is based on:
- The date and time of year
- Parking and the way in
- The minimum booking
- Numbers
Got a budget? Let us know, and we will suggest a menu and timing to match. Keeping the menu short is usually the best value.
What to tell us
A few details help us give you an accurate quote. Here’s what to include:
- A picture of the parking spot
- Roughly how many people, including children
- The venue or postcode
- Any dietary needs and allergies
Most quotes start with a few simple details: date, address, numbers and serving time. You can fill in our quote form.
Perfect for your wedding in Fickleshole
Almost every guest enjoys fish and chips, from flower girls to grandparents.
We are booked for all kinds of occasions in Fickleshole and nearby. Popular bookings include:
- Rustic farm weddings
- Weddings in a marquee or garden
- Evening food for day and evening guests
- Relaxed, informal receptions
Hutchinson's Bank nearby makes a lovely backdrop for photos, and the countryside around Fickleshole suits an outdoor reception.
What to look for in a quote
- How long service runs, and what happens if you overrun
- The deadline for final numbers
- The minimum number of meals or minimum spend
- What they can offer for dietary needs
Should I sort the food myself?
Ordering in from a local chip shop is an option. Large orders are slow, and the food cools in the bags. A van cooks in front of your guests instead.
Deep-frying for lots of people at home is risky: big pans of hot oil, children and garden parties do not mix. A van is designed for exactly this.
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What else we do in Fickleshole
- Fried fresh to order in the van at your event
- Cod, haddock and chips, sausages and pies
- The van comes to you: homes, venues, workplaces and fields
- Served at the time you choose, from the hatch